are you going to wait for it (http://www.dpreview.com/articles/photokina2006/Sigma/)?

meron na ba nito?

http://www.dpreview.com/articles/photokina2006/Sigma/

Will definitely wait for it! I'm hoping that it would be available by X'mas. :D

Hmmm.. oo nga how much kaya to? :D

If the nikon vr is not readily available at the time and the reviews are favorable, I might buy it instead.

ian, this just made me rethink my lens route... hehehe!

oh wow. finally, a decent alternative for canon users too! cool! i hope sigma makes this a legendary lens!

Sorry, am not waiting for it. But Sigma should improve the optical quality on this one significantly compared to their previous 18-200.

Well if its as sharp as my Sigma 18-125 minus the focusing problem. I'm sold. :D

BTW, here's how the new lens looks like. :D

http://www.sigma-photo.co.jp/english/news/img/pphoto_18_200_35_63_dc_os.jpg

Here's the official website http://www.sigma-photo.co.jp/english/news/18_200_35_63_dc_os.htm

not an EX :( and still an f3.5-6.3???

pero pwede na :D and i see a lens lock. no creep baby!

Looks good... I wonder how it will compare to the VR lenses. Anybody have experience with the Sigma OS's yet? I believe the only model with the OS is the 80-400mm f4.5-5.6 DG APO. Has anyone tried this model yet?

well guys... anyone knows if its available in hidalgo na?

has anyone bought this yet? what's your feedback? i'm thinking of getting one this Dec. I called some stores in Hidalgo and they already have it. it ranges from 18k - 19k +

has anyone bought this yet? what's your feedback? i'm thinking of getting one this Dec. I called some stores in Hidalgo and they already have it. it ranges from 18k - 19k +
Kirby, you went to Hidalgo yesterday di ba? Really? This lens is already available at 19K? From what store? Thanks.

has anyone bought this yet? what's your feedback? i'm thinking of getting one this Dec. I called some stores in Hidalgo and they already have it. it ranges from 18k - 19k +

thats a nice price for an OS capable...

will wait for further reviews...:Grin:

has anyone bought this yet? what's your feedback? i'm thinking of getting one this Dec. I called some stores in Hidalgo and they already have it. it ranges from 18k - 19k +

A friend got one and took lovely pictures of Sri Lanka with his 20D. I'll ask him for those photos.

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to go to Hidalgo yesterday...sniff...sniff. I actually forgot the name of the store I called up in Hidalgo...sorry. Here's the bad part, I just heard that the Sigma lens that's worth around 19k is just the DC and not the one with OS...another sniff...sniff. I also called JT Photoworld and they only have the DC. They sell it at a higher price though Php19,900.

Shall I wait for the one with OS or just get the DC? Watcha think?

any new update with the Sigma 18-200mm? I heard my friend mentioned that he bought a 400d body with the sigma 18-200.. that should be a good combination, right? or do i need to know if its an OS or a DC first to fully evaluate.

I'm all up for this new (OS) baby from sigma. Been bugging JT photoline about the local release of this lens.

I hope this helps. JT said they're expecting 18-200 OS to hit their store next month (june). Estimately priced at under Php 30k.

I'd like to get the 18-200 OS , but I saw side by side sample pics of it and the sigma 50-150 2.8 at a show, the image from the 18-200 OS looks dull , lacks contrast. pero syiempre naman 50-150 2.8 ang katapat eh.

available in hong kong at HK$ 4,000... is this a good buy?

yeah i'm curious about it....seems good....but i need proof!...any users?

uu nga...diko biili kanina...nagpigil pako...24K pesos din yun ano

This link might help. ----> http://jour.zenfolio.com/p641033156
You can also check release dates from www.sigmaphoto.com. I think they're releasing it this week.

I can't seem to find any reliable review for this Sigma. Just some sample shots from flickr. They say it sucks
http://www.flickr.com/photos/izumiflowers/519619014/

I also found this Flickr pool
http://www.flickr.com/groups/371921@N22/pool/

the lens is relatively new, no definite reviews can be found on dpreview, ken rockwell, or fred miranda...guess the jury is still out on this lens

There's a similar thread in the Canon section of the board, I guess results would be pretty similar

Here is the thread with picture comparison and review of the new Sigma against Canon lens
http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=6706

Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS
(Canon mount only)'
Now available at JT Photoworld Inc. (Makati branch)
For only Php 25,500.00

Applicable for Installment plans (Citibank, HSBC, EPCI, BPI)

visit www.jtphotoworld.com for more info.

thanks!

Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS
(Canon mount only)'
Now available at JT Photoworld Inc. (Makati branch)
For only Php 25,500.00

Applicable for Installment plans (Citibank, HSBC, EPCI, BPI)

visit www.jtphotoworld.com (http://www.jtphotoworld.com) for more info.

thanks!

When is the Nikon mount's release??? :Grin:

When is the Nikon mount's release??? :Grin:

tentative pa yung October/November

will definitely post it here naman

If priced the same and w/ 0% then I might get one. I hope more reviews of the lens come out. TY

latest price for the 18-200 sigma lens

Hello all,

Im planning to buy this Sigma 18-200 DC -OS
and will be selling my current walk around lens Sigma 17-70mm f2.8-4.5 DC Macro,
What do you think, need advice

It is really heavy if i will keep the two lenses.

:)

Thanks

Hello all,

Im planning to buy this Sigma 18-200 DC -OS
and will be selling my current walk around lens Sigma 17-70mm f2.8-4.5 DC Macro,
What do you think, need advice

It is really heavy if i will keep the two lenses.

:)

Thanks

My advise to you, DONT SELL your current lens. its a different lens compare to 18-200... not to mention its wider and faster (larger aperture) and has macro too. when you own a 18-200, you will definitely look for or miss your current lens if you sold it. Both of these lens are walk around lens but with different use or expertise. Its obvious that 18-200 is narrower and has OS (optical stabilizer) or IS in terms of Canon.. A photo hobbyist needs a set of lens... a macro, ultawide, zoom and probably additional of an all around lens. sana nakatulong ako.....

i dont know if its the DC or the one with the OS i saw last monday here in thailand but it's priced at 9,999 baht or roughly 14K pesos. maybe its just the DC version. i'll check it again this thursday or friday before i buy their 70-300 mm F4.5-4.6 APO DG. i'll post as soon as i get the confirmation of the item and the price. by the way the 70-300 mm is priced at Php 8,500-9,000.00 here.

mags,

actually it's more of too much overlap than being heavy...if i were in your situation i'd sell the 17-70 and get myself some primes.


Hello all,

Im planning to buy this Sigma 18-200 DC -OS
and will be selling my current walk around lens Sigma 17-70mm f2.8-4.5 DC Macro,
What do you think, need advice

It is really heavy if i will keep the two lenses.

:)

Thanks

okay i went back to pantip here in thailand and the one priced at 9,999 baht is the non-OS version.

Who do you think is the better performer in terms of sharpness and built? the ef-s 17-85IS or this 18-200 OS? im eying on one of these. im planning to use it for events w/ flash (430ex or 580ex maybe)

is this a good buy lens? should I sell my 70-300 APO DG Macro and buy this one?

WAIT!!! The SIGMA 18-200mm is f3.5-6.3!!!

Its not f3.5-5.6!

I tried the lens and at 200mm f6.5, kahit na merong OS, you really cant use it at low light/indoors or at night. Decent ang wide end.

thanks bordoy. i'm really not sure if my 70-300mm is a good set of glass. a bit of compulsive shopping before I went to the malaysian grand prix last summer. my kit lens has been experiencing stuck aperture blades which leads to successive err99's. so i'm really looking for a kit replacement fast...

Try the Sigma 17-70 f2.8-4.5 DC Macro. Its a good walkaround lens w/ good macro capability. Not as sharp though compared to high end glass but at around 15k you get the best bang for your buck! Also the Sigma 18-50 f2.8.

Or maybe the 24-70 f2.8L is more of your fancy. Its on sale right now btw.

I got this lens for my current UK trip since I didn't want to bring all the other lenses, so I'm just left with this, my 10-20mm, 50mm, and for fun the 8mm fisheye.

As a pure walkaround & everyday lens, I have no complaint with this. The OS is a great help, especially when at 200mm. For outdoor shots, I usually play with Av (from 5.6 to 8) so the 6.3 is not an issue. You may have a bit of problem using it indoor.

At low light this lens will hunt, but then, that's to be expected it.

So for focal range alone, plus OS, it's a good buy at 25k - especially for travel. You don't have to bring too much gear.

But if you're looking to do at portraits, events, sports, etc, then this is not the lens for you.

yesterday, i bought the HSM OS version. i paid NT$13,600 for it in Taiwan. my Nikon 18~70 lens broke under warranty and i was in the store looking at other lenses and the dealer showed me the new OS version. first impressions after one day:

I don't like:
1. most of us "understand" that the point of the HSM (hypersonic motor) is to allow one to touch up the focus instantly by turning the focus ring like the Nikon lenses. don't try it. if you hold the focus ring while the lens is trying to AF lock, this lens will squeal like a pig, and the manual says that will damage the lens. so i have to keep my finger on the conveniently located A/M switch if i want to adjust the focus. the bad side is that my fingers often touch the focus ring while holding the lens by the zoom ring, causing it to squeal.

2. F6.3 at 200mm. the good news is, you have OS to make up for the slower speed at full zoom.

3. zoom ring turns backwards re: Nikon. you turn the ring left to zoom out.

4. the lens cap sucks.

I do like:

1. 3 year warranty.

2. zoom lock. you can keep the lens from creeping while it's in your bag.

3. lightning fast AF.

4. very good OS system. i was surprised by this. i took a ride in the car while my wife drove and i tracked cars passing us on the freeway. the OS system was amazingly good at dampening vibrations.

5. well designed lens hood, and also the indicators to line up to put the thing on the lens. i don't have to fight with it like i do with my Nikon hoods.

6. cool looks. the lens really does look great.

the lens build quality is excellent (I'm a manufacturing engineer). the zoom ring is a bit "crisp" though and i expect it to loosen up with use.

I'm going to blog on this lens after i use it for a couple more weeks.

MJ

Hoch, diba you have a 24-105L? Whyd you choose to bring the 18-200 if you can bring the 10-20 and the 24-105? Were you concerned about the 100-200 range?

Im asking myself if i wanna put down the money to get 1 of these since i also have the 24-105L. I just dont like changing lenses specially if it's at the beach....

oh and i also dont like fiddling with the exposure settings....if i see myself if constant lighting i usually just meter off a white object and set my settings from there, if i use a non-constant aperture lens i would have to mind the aperture and adjust the shutter speed....im lazy that way.

but i was lazier when i was in london...i just set my cam to AV and forget about everything hehe.

BTW : nice pics of london you got there bro....drop by edinburgh...you will love the place!!! and if you have the time swing by lake district, im still regretting not getting the chance to see it.....

I don't think a lot of folks will use the 200mm end indoors much I think... At about what focal length does this lens start to stop down to f/5.6?

I don't think a lot of folks will use the 200mm end indoors much I think... At about what focal length does this lens start to stop down to f/5.6?

i've been replying to posts on this lens in the Nikon category. i've used it indoors. the OS really shines in that situation. otherwise impossible shots are possible if you are pretty steady handed and use the OS.

Mod:

Is there any way to cross-link this thread with that smae thing going on at Nikon? Ditto with Canon (if it has one)?

I feel for MJ, who seems to be that lonely soul reporting on this gear.

MJ, please continue to post your updates on this lens.

Thanks!!!!!

Hoch, diba you have a 24-105L? Whyd you choose to bring the 18-200 if you can bring the 10-20 and the 24-105? Were you concerned about the 100-200 range?

Im asking myself if i wanna put down the money to get 1 of these since i also have the 24-105L. I just dont like changing lenses specially if it's at the beach....

oh and i also dont like fiddling with the exposure settings....if i see myself if constant lighting i usually just meter off a white object and set my settings from there, if i use a non-constant aperture lens i would have to mind the aperture and adjust the shutter speed....im lazy that way.

but i was lazier when i was in london...i just set my cam to AV and forget about everything hehe.

BTW : nice pics of london you got there bro....drop by edinburgh...you will love the place!!! and if you have the time swing by lake district, im still regretting not getting the chance to see it.....

hi chris, thanks.

you're right about the focal range (100-200mm) but also because of the 18-24mm for some wide angle shots because there are times when this is the only lens that i am brining for the day. so i get a more of wide angle and some zoom with a single lens

true that it would have been easier for a constant aperture but the OS is a plus...i think for the beach this would be a nice one to have

yup, planning to go to edinbrugh and thanks for the tip on lake district

Mod:

Is there any way to cross-link this thread with that smae thing going on at Nikon? Ditto with Canon (if it has one)?

I feel for MJ, who seems to be that lonely soul reporting on this gear.

MJ, please continue to post your updates on this lens.

Thanks!!!!!

i know...it's that some people don't know how to use the 'search' button when asking questions

Mod:

Is there any way to cross-link this thread with that smae thing going on at Nikon? Ditto with Canon (if it has one)?

I feel for MJ, who seems to be that lonely soul reporting on this gear.

MJ, please continue to post your updates on this lens.

Thanks!!!!!

Agree, MJ is a big help and has really convinced me to get one. I suggest PM Nino for a merge.

How much is it in MNL again? It costs 800 Sing$ here...

How much is it in MNL again? It costs 800 Sing$ here...

got mine for 25k at JT

Hello Guys,

I'm new in the field.
I just bought a Sigma 18-200mm DC OS lense.
Is there a simple way to check if the OS is working properly?

Thanks!

Hello Guys,

I'm new in the field.
I just bought a Sigma 18-200mm DC OS lense.
Is there a simple way to check if the OS is working properly?

Thanks!

SIMPLE. Just put your lens on auto AF mode (of coarse also the OS switch), half press the shutter to activate the AF, then the OS should be working by this time. To check it, while half pressing the shutter, try to move (Joggle) the camera a little bit. you should notice that the frame on your viewfinder should be kept intact or should not move along with your camera.

Here is the thread with picture comparison and review of the new Sigma against Canon lens
http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=6706


Can the moderator please merge this thread into one?

Can the moderator please merge this thread into one?

Mod,

I second the motion. There may also be similar threads in other sections (e.g., Pentax, etc).

Cheers.

i saw the sample shots from photozone. the bokeh is terrible. can someone attest to this?

even at 200mm the max aperture is 6.3 so don't expect a great bokeh as compared to using the 200mm 2.8

Marty,

May you share the lik at photozone? I'm rerally interested in this lens...

Thanks

hmmm

smoothness of out-of-focus areas do not really depend on aperture openings but how the lens light passes through the glass elements, shape and number aperture blades, distance of background vs subject among others.

my sigma 55-200 has very smooth bokeh at f5.6, far more pleasing than the 50mm f1,8 especially when light sources such as bulbs are included in the background.

MTF charts show bokeh characteristics as well. if the red and green curves of the MTF chart are close together, bokeh is smooth. If not, then expect bad things.

here is my 55-200 F5.6 .... (creamy perfect spheres)
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/201/466974741_52004aa49a.jpg






here is my 50mm f1.8 .... ( see the odd shaped circles of light?)

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/55/185396667_ee7aef5c8a.jpg





here is my 85mm f1.8 (ultimate cream machine bar f1.4 version)
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/138/370345820_fd58d09f3a.jpg










here is the Sigma 18-200 F6.3 bokeh.... now thats distracting!
http://www.photozone.de/8Reviews/lenses/sigma_18200_3563os/bokeh.jpg

here is the chart of the Sigma 18-200 OS
http://www.sigmaphoto.com/images/LensesMtf/188_big.gif



here is the chart of my 55-200...
http://www.sigmaphoto.com/images/LensesMtf/94_big.gif



@dan, here is the link http://www.photozone.de/8Reviews/lenses/sigma_18200_3563os/index.htm

Marty,

thanks for the pics -- i call it "the great bokeh shootout". hehe

thanks for the link.

medyo sakit sa mata nung last image...if you will look at the images that were not in focus

i saw the sample shots from photozone. the bokeh is terrible. can someone attest to this?

The Sigma 18-200 is a 3.5-6.3 lens. It's a slow lens, at 200mm it's already at f6.3 wide open. Therefore the bokeh is inevitably not good. It's also unfair to compare with 1.8 or 2.8 lenses since this lens was never marketed to be a fast lens. Just a cheaper alternative to the 18-200VR. One gets 18-200mm and optical stabilization at about 20K locally, that's a bargain. Compare the bokeh with the 18-200VR, you'll see that there's not much difference I'm sure.

Is there any 18-200vr vs. 18-200os samples?

just curious guys.. can you use this lens with a FF cam?

just curious guys.. can you use this lens with a FF cam?

Fafa, sorry but it's a DX only lens, hehehe. Musta pre? Long time no see. I got a new experimental lens to play with. It's arriving later together with Jake's stuff. :Grin:

Fafa, sorry but it's a DX only lens, hehehe. Musta pre? Long time no see. I got a new experimental lens to play with. It's arriving later together with Jake's stuff. :Grin:

oh!hehe it would be a good walk around lens if ever..:)
wow! anu na pre??:)

correction, it's DC not DX

correction, it's DC not DX

What I meant was it's DX( the nikon term for digital only lenses).... DX or DC on the sigma is the same thing.

i just bought this lens yesterday! 25,500 (gosh) anyway, i still have to use it...

Apple, congrats. I look forward to your posting of photos using this lens.

Cheers!!!

is it also worth it to get the sigma 18-200 DC or just save up for the OS version?

after 85mm or so, you'll crave for OS bro.

is it also worth it to get the sigma 18-200 DC or just save up for the OS version?

SAVE UP FOR THE OS VERSION!!! hehehe or get mine....:Grin:

SAVE UP FOR THE OS VERSION!!! hehehe or get mine....:Grin:

are you selling your's sir?may i ask why are you selling it?and how much?thanks

Nikko, no B&S discussions in DPP please :)

Nikko, no B&S discussions in DPP please :)

oppss..sorry po sir.

Just send a private message.

here's a sample bokeh at 200m f/6.3 (max focal length and max aperture of the lens..

i'm an easy guy to please, so i'm pretty much happy with it

http://www.pbase.com/hochiabaya/image/88409995.jpg

SIMPLE. Just put your lens on auto AF mode (of coarse also the OS switch), half press the shutter to activate the AF, then the OS should be working by this time. To check it, while half pressing the shutter, try to move (Joggle) the camera a little bit. you should notice that the frame on your viewfinder should be kept intact or should not move along with your camera.

does this work while pressing halfpressing the shutter? because i tried doing what you said, but the viewfinder is totally moving. should i give this back? is there another way to find out?

does this work while pressing halfpressing the shutter? because i tried doing what you said, but the viewfinder is totally moving. should i give this back? is there another way to find out?

i don't think OS will mean that what you see on the viewfinder won't be moving..it doesn't work that way

what i've noticed are two things: 1. when the OS is on and you press the shutter half-way there is a faint but distinct sound you will hear similar to that of canon IS lens which i take ast the OS or IS mechanism is working, and 2. not necessarily freezing what you see in the viewfinder but try having OS turned on then half-press on shutter - while looking at the VF move the cam and you may see some delay in what you unlike if you turn of the OS and look and start moving your cam around...

the movement you see in your virewfinder should be smooth if the OS were turned off

Any more samples? BTW, I saw how the nikkor 18-200VR AutoFocuses... i think its not as fast as the AFS on the 18-70. Can someone confirm? And how does this sigma fare against the beloved 18-70 Auto focus?

Any more samples? BTW, I saw how the nikkor 18-200VR AutoFocuses... i think its not as fast as the AFS on the 18-70. Can someone confirm? And how does this sigma fare against the beloved 18-70 Auto focus?

www.pbase.com/hochiabaya/uk

most of those taken with this lens (the exif data is shown)...minimal PP and just resized for web

astounding pics hochi!

The Signa 18-200 mmOS DC has been with my 20D ever since I bought it last Nov. 20 at JT Photoworld. It's a fantasctic lens! The sixth Sigma lens I own. There are some samples at www.flickr.com/photo/eil

Eduardo - I see you have a lot of sigma lens. I'm planning an all sigma lens line up since I can't afford a nikkor hehehe

know what Ryan only time will really tell on the longevity of Sigma lenses. However I feel that their quality has improved a lot. They get good reviews. I really enjpy using the lenses. I do have some L lenses like the 70-200 f 2.8 24-105 IS F4 bit it's the L lenses are very expensive. The only lens I did not test was the 50-150 f 2.8. Like the SIGMA 12-24 mm I tested 3 copies before buying one. Happy shooting!

hi eduardo. when you test copies of the lens do you check out the photos in your camera's screen lang or do you go home and check them in your computer?

I must admit that I have used my laptop only once an that was last Nov 20 whe I had the Sigma 12-24 mm DG and the 18-200 mm DC. As for the other Sigma lenses I had my camera with me.

sample photos using Sigma 18-200 mm DC OS BTW how do I attach photos?

Hi guys this is my first post here in DPP...
I have this Lens.... And It's perfect for my needs....
Do you hear some issue regarding with the noise produced within the image when the OS is on? is it normal?

Sample picture with 18-200 OS with 400d.
Blind @ work
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2028/2117053284_cb6b9c6466.jpg

how many stops of stabilization does the OS of this lens offer?

For Nikon guys, Is it a good buy at PhP25k when the 18-200vr sells at PhP29k? Larger aperture at the long end too.

i have this lens since Aug 2007, i think.. It was ok so far... one thing i notice though, when i try to zoom in/out, it tends to "tighten up" towards the 50mm... do you also experience this or it's just my lens?

Anyone who can compare Sigma 18-200 OS to Nikon 18-200 VR? Sigma for price, Nikon for quality. More feedbacks anyone?

Anyone who can compare Sigma 18-200 OS to Nikon 18-200 VR? Sigma for price, Nikon for quality. More feedbacks anyone?

MJ Klein has a very nice hands on review on this using his D80. Lots of sample pics also in his gallery. You can read Klein's say about this lens here:

http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=8988&highlight=sigma+18-200

Make me want to have one. hopefully.

I tried this lens last night at the Photoworld 2008 booth of JT Photo, I find it stiff when rotating the zoom ring at around the 80mm focal point. The motor seems to be strong though, you really feel a bit of a shake when AF kicks in.

Its on sale right now at Photoworld for 20k. I tested it and found it nice.

20T? Last week in only heard it is 22T and you can trade in your kit lens at 3T off!
Price is dropping so fast!

got it for 17k php here in dxb... had a few outdoor shoot to test its capability.... one noticeable downside factor was the barrel distortion at 18mm... anyways, here's some handheld low light shot @ f3.5 OS enable on a 40D...
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa121/jowhitee/EXIT.jpg

got it for 17k php here in dxb... had a few outdoor shoot to test its capability.... one noticeable downside factor was the barrel distortion at 18mm... anyways, here's some handheld low light shot @ f3.5 OS enable on a 40D...
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa121/jowhitee/EXIT.jpg

dxb? where is that? ill probably buy for myself. :D

dxb? where is that? ill probably buy for myself. :D

ei allan, dxb is the code use by airports... dxb is dubai....
well the glass should serve as a walk-around lens....:Grin:

barrel distortion is normal for most wide-angle lenses. The good thing is it can be corrected easily in PS :D

Have you guys checked out the Tamron 18 - 250mm f/3.5-f/6.3 XR DI-II B.I.M. (Built-in Motor) LD Aspherical (IF) AF Zoom with Macro, for Nikon (compatible with D40) you can get it for $469 or 18760 PHP here in the US. I am confused of buying the tammy 18-250($469), sigma 18-200 DC OS($429), or the Nikkor 18-200 VRII($669). Would there be any suggestions here?
(http://www.adorama.com/TM18250NKBIM.html?sid=1203525449212739)

The tammy doesn't have a VR unlike the sigma which has the OS and VR for Nikkor.

I have this lens. Bought it during photoworld for my D40 and I'm loving it. The things I hate are:

- more vulnerable to body scratch and dust compare to nikkor. Dust easily stick on its body.
- you can't put the lens cap when the petal hood is attached upward
- visible vignetting at 18mm when petal hood is attached upward

But the OS is very effective. It can beat the VR of Nikkor. Well, that's for me.

Anyone who can compare Sigma 18-200 OS to Nikon 18-200 VR? Sigma for price, Nikon for quality. More feedbacks anyone?

Okay here's my say. OS vs VR = comparable, OS can compete with the VR in terms of stabilization price = of course sigma is cheaper. but the 18-200VR is dropping its price quality = when it comes to build quality. I'll not think twice, I'll go to Nikkor image quality = both has a lemon copies. test them very well. Some says their copy of the VR results to a soft image, some says their copy is sharp. distortion at 18mm = more on sigma, I think If money is not a problem, I'll go to Nikkor. :)

...image quality = both has a lemon copies. test them very well. Some says their copy of the VR results to a soft image, some says their copy is sharp. distortion at 18mm = more on sigma, I think If money is not a problem, I'll go to Nikkor. :)


I'm interested in JT's promo of 3K off when you trade in your Nikon Kit Lens for this lens. Any suggestion on what kind of tests I have to let this lens go through for me to say that I have a good copy? TIA

wow! this thread has been going for more than a year!!!

got this lens fairly recently (Feb 2008), and am particularly happy with it. my only complaint is that you can't turn the focus ring while in autofocus, (like the kit lens), but i know the nikkor version can do this. but i can get used to it...

i sometimes (by mistake) hold on to the focus ring while the lens is autofussing and it squeaks a bit. will this damage the motor? the lens?

thanks in advance & i hope you can ease my anxiety on this...
:-p

ask ko lang po advice niyo mga sir. is it ok to have this lens replace my canon 18-55mm USM and 75mm-300mm f/4-5.6 III? para isa na lang sana all-around lens. pros and cons po?

tried the Sigma 18-200 on my Nikon D40 this weekend. not bad for what it really offers: versatility at an affordable price.

pros:
fast AF
wide to tele in a simple twist of the wrist

cons:
lens creep
poor bokeh
slow at greater than 120mm

i sometimes (by mistake) hold on to the focus ring while the lens is autofussing and it squeaks a bit. will this damage the motor? the lens?

:-p

I think you can damage the motor if you hold the focus ring while it is moving. I think that's the advantage of the focus override of the non-third party lenses. HTH.

Got this lens last week from the trade-in prmo of jtphoto .... i'm satisfied with the lens ... fast AF. Great walkaround lens.

how much was it all in all roy?

Deigo, i traded my lens for a value of P3k ... net amount is roughly p17,800 or p17,900 ... i paid thru 3 months installment ... not bad ... I was thinking of getting a nikkor version ... but now, i'm pretty much satisfied with Sigma ...

is it ok for portrait or in wedding occassion???

tried the Sigma 18-200 on my Nikon D40 this weekend. not bad for what it really offers: versatility at an affordable price.

pros:
fast AF
wide to tele in a simple twist of the wrist

cons:
lens creep
poor bokeh
slow at greater than 120mm

hmmm... lens creep? the sigma zooming is tight that is it 80% impossible to creep. plus it has a zoom lock at 18mm so it will not creep when you're just viewing pictures from the lcd.


With it's aperture opening, don't expect a good bokeh below 150mm.

slow? yes, specially in low light and when your focus point is pointing into a dark spot.

is it ok for portrait or in wedding occassion???

Just use flashgun and it will.

is it ok for portrait or in wedding occassion???

it can be but you'll definitely need an external flash especially for low light situations. you also need to boost your iso between 400-1600 (just pp afterwards to remove the noise). i've used this in a wedding of my wife's officemate (not as an official photog) and i'm pretty much satisfied. as mentioned before, it is sharp but don't expect a good bokeh from close-up shots. the os is also great... can give you 3-4 fstops depending on your hand holding capability:)

I think you can damage the motor if you hold the focus ring while it is moving. I think that's the advantage of the focus override of the non-third party lenses. HTH.

it has also focus override, but it quirks a bit when you do the override, scary at first but as you do it often, the quirking will sound as a music to your ears. :D

I'm interested in JT's promo of 3K off when you trade in your Nikon Kit Lens for this lens. Any suggestion on what kind of tests I have to let this lens go through for me to say that I have a good copy? TIA

Test it on store. take several shots at different mm and aperture. have a test for 2 or 3 copies of the lens, record the serial numbers, go home and look at the pictures in your computer, compare which one is sharp. go back to JT, get the sharp copy. :Grin:

Is it normal for the image in the viewfinder to "jerk" when the OS kicks in on the 18-200?

Also, I only got to shoot a little more often outdoors lately and i kinda think that when i shoot wide open in sunny locations, the soft spots and chromatic aberration are more pronounced on the left side of the picture than on the right. Is this due to some sort of alignment problem with the lens / OS mechanism or something?

i would usually get more balanced pictures when i shoot at f/8 or smaller.

the left/right side might be because of the direction of the lightsource maybe? if not you can always have it checked.

i also get that little jerk feeling when the OS kicks in when i tried my friend's lens.

shooting at the sweet spot usually f8 or f11 will usually yield the sharpest, least c aberration etc

i am seriously considering... na bibili ako nito.

anyone out here, nakabili na ba kayo ng lens kay mark san pedro? yung account nya sa multiply ay ang "pards camera store". home-based business. he is offering me this sigma lens way much cheaper that jt photoshop. 1 year international warranty and 1 week personal warranty is what he offered me.

anyone?

Deigo, i traded my lens for a value of P3k ... net amount is roughly p17,800 or p17,900 ... i paid thru 3 months installment ... not bad ... I was thinking of getting a nikkor version ... but now, i'm pretty much satisfied with Sigma ...

What branch of JT store i can avail of this promo?

Thanks,

JC

I've been using this lens for quite some time. I decided to get a canon 17-55is for better IQ. I dont like the lens creep and noises it makes when focusing. I still use it as my all around travel lens. I never use it at low light condition.

Cheers!

hi sirs... just wanna share... taken with this lens, and im happy...hehehe
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3272/2640380977_f9a55bc602.jpg

This lens is so far so good. Giving you sharp pictures. Min Focusing distance is very usable. Cheaper than a nikon or canon vr lens. Extends quite long. Barrel from built in flash will be seen in low light shots. An external flash will be advisable

anyone experiencing a quick drain on the battery yung the OS and the AF modes? i am not sure if the camera is acting up but, when i take a shot the camera displays a lowbat then after a while it says full battery then i start shooting again. never had an experience with my nikkor lenses. thanks.

Query Re: Sigma 18-200mm OS (canon fit). Do anybody have any idea how much is the current price of this lens in Manila and where can i buy, Where is the best deals given. Full address of shops please. thanks.

Query Re: Sigma 18-200mm OS (canon fit). Do anybody have any idea how much is the current price of this lens in Manila and where can i buy, Where is the best deals given. Full address of shops please. thanks.

Try JT photoworld. 22k from the last time I checked. Access their website for all the detail you need. JT Photoworld is an authorized distributor of Sigma products in the Philippines. Prices are reasonable.

www.dponline.com.ph (http://www.dponline.com.ph)

Cheers!

try mayers, got mine for 19k...

...dang! I got mine for 20k when I bought it last July 12 from Mayer... anyway, what's important is that I'm enjoying this lens, haha!

noone can ever beat mayer when it comes to pricing.

What branch of JT store i can avail of this promo?

Thanks,

JC

Nakita ko yung promo na 'to sa multiply site nila eh. Pero I'm sure available to both sa Makati at Paco branches nila.

yung sa akin i got it sa avenue photo for 19K and that was around nung summer pa (around month of may - kasi birthday gift ko 'to sa sarili ko. hehehe). everyday lens ko na 'to ngayon. good buy siya for me.

off topic: jc, kuya mo ba si ernie serrano?

anyone experiencing a quick drain on the battery yung the OS and the AF modes? i am not sure if the camera is acting up but, when i take a shot the camera displays a lowbat then after a while it says full battery then i start shooting again. never had an experience with my nikkor lenses. thanks.


-- I believe it was mentioned on the user's manual that the OS may quickly drain the battery when left switched-on. It is advisable that you turn it off whenever you're not using your camera or when there's no need to use the OS feature, especially when you have the camera mounted on a tripod.

HTH! =)

To those who have owned this lens for a long time, how does it hold up to normal use? Did anyone's develop slop or rattles as they got broken in? I know that consumer models like the 18-200 are not designed to be as durable as those from the professional line but still, they OUGHT TO stand up to SOME abuse...

-- I believe it was mentioned on the user's manual that the OS may quickly drain the battery when left switched-on. It is advisable that you turn it off whenever you're not using your camera or when there's no need to use the OS feature, especially when you have the camera mounted on a tripod.

HTH! =)

hasn't happened with my unit, but i have experienced similar problems with my 120-400. on two occasions i left the os on while the cam when on auto power save mode. the result was the cam couldn't power back on when i wanted it to. turned the os off, took off the lens then reattached it then it was good to go.

never happened with my is lenses so maybe it just has something do with it being a third party lens

this thread is a good read.. :)

hey guys, anybody here did a comparison between this and the 18-55 is on the same focal range? how about focus speed? tia :)

have you experienced the AF is not responding when shooting sideways???

have you experienced the AF is not responding when shooting sideways???

are you referring to panning or just tracking a subject across the viewfinder? if so are you on AI servo or one shot?

Just got the HSM version of this over the weekend. Coming from the 18-55 non-VR that came with my D40, it's a huge leap in tactile satisfaction. Many say that the build is good but one cannot fully grasp this until they finally hold one. AF, for me, is fast too as I haven't been spoiled by pro glass yet. Overall, I'm very satisfied with the pros and quite accepting of the cons.

A question though. Do any of your zoom rings sort of bind in a certain portion of the focal range? Mine has noticeably more friction around 50-80mm. It has its usefulness though as I can tell by feel if I'm approaching telephoto territory already. I'm not as concerned now as I was before but I still want to know if this is the case with others'.

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Hi Glenn,

a lot of guys asked me prior but no relation at all.

Thanks,

jcs

quote=Glenn.Esquejo;456259]Nakita ko yung promo na 'to sa multiply site nila eh. Pero I'm sure available to both sa Makati at Paco branches nila.

yung sa akin i got it sa avenue photo for 19K and that was around nung summer pa (around month of may - kasi birthday gift ko 'to sa sarili ko. hehehe). everyday lens ko na 'to ngayon. good buy siya for me.

off topic: jc, kuya mo ba si ernie serrano?[/quote]

Just got the HSM version of this over the weekend. Coming from the 18-55 non-VR that came with my D40, it's a huge leap in tactile satisfaction. Many say that the build is good but one cannot fully grasp this until they finally hold one. AF, for me, is fast too as I haven't been spoiled by pro glass yet. Overall, I'm very satisfied with the pros and quite accepting of the cons.

A question though. Do any of your zoom rings sort of bind in a certain portion of the focal range? Mine has noticeably more friction around 50-80mm. It has its usefulness though as I can tell by feel if I'm approaching telephoto territory already. I'm not as concerned now as I was before but I still want to know if this is the case with others'.

There is noticeable friction at that focal range, when the lens is tilted upwards. But hey, it focuses faster than the 18-55vr and 55-200vr that I've tested. :)

just got this lens yesterday after how many months of thinking what lens to upgrade for my kit lens. My first impression is its big and heavy, focuses faster that the kit lens, OS works great, sharp images on all focal lengths ( i dont do pixel peeping, it will make my life complicated and besides this is only a hobby) , has a warmer output compared to kit lens which i like, it looks good in my D40.

test shot , cropped in camera about 50% , flip horizontal in PS and resize only....I dont know if it looks sharp to you guys but it looks sharp on my laptop but take note that this is cropped in camera.

200mm, f6.3, 1/500 , iso 400

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3028/2948710622_88697f05a9_o.jpg

How is this lens compared to Canon 18-200mm IS. Should I get the Canon (given, for example, that I have the budget)? Or should is Sigma 18-200 OS better than that?

Thank You.

is it advisable to buy a second 18-200mm sigma lens or it's better and safer to purchase a brand new? by the way how much current price of this lens?

safer to buy brand new, about 21-22k, try gizmo or photoshoppe

hi guys would you recommend the sigma 18-200 or the new canon 18-200? i am kinda thinking between the 2.. thanks...

hi guys would you recommend the sigma 18-200 or the new canon 18-200? i am kinda thinking between the 2.. thanks...

In this case, OEM would still work better than third-party :)

BTW, who can explain what is the difference between 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM & Sigma AF 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS?

The HSM design was made for Nikon bodies that don't have the focussing screw built-in (D40/x/60). Canon versions don't have the HSM label because Canon mounts already have had their focussing motors built in ever since Canon moved to the EF mount. Optically no difference between the two.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3200/3051852450_15b0b1f99e.jpg
got my lens last week. so far i am enjoying it.

planning to buy this one too.

"ipon mode" - activated

hi guys would you recommend the sigma 18-200 or the new canon 18-200? i am kinda thinking between the 2.. thanks...

Hi, I also have the same dilemma.. Have you made your decision already? :)

i am very happy that a studio here in baguio have stocked sigma lenses for nikon and canon.

the price of this lens here is p25k. at least the hassle of going to manila and the hassle of buying second hand lens without testing is minimized.


to the d40 users, how many shots do you get when you use this lens with vr on compared to the kitlens?????

i am very happy that a studio here in baguio have stocked sigma lenses for nikon and canon.

the price of this lens here is p25k. at least the hassle of going to manila and the hassle of buying second hand lens without testing is minimized.


to the d40 users, how many shots do you get when you use this lens with vr on compared to the kitlens?????

ive taken an almost 900 shots with this lens OS on, with sb800 attached, and my batt is still half...

anyway, just want to share this to everybody or is it just me that my sigma 18-200 os is sharper than the non vr kitlens. see my comparison below. this is already cropped at 100 percent at the center.

at 18 mm
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3439/3381707204_14f0215a6b.jpg


at 52mm
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3596/3381755904_22ef28b7fb.jpg


note: this is not the actual image but a 100 percent cropped of the actual image, both lens have the same exif settings on manual mode.

anybody here has also done with kitlens comparison?

wow. good comparison with the kitlens. the sigma seems to be sharper.

thanks very much sir jun. i hope to get this lens this summer. konting ipon pa.....

btw, i've been itching to buy the nikkor 35mm 1.8 afs and the tamron 17-50 2.8 but i am always hunted by the fact that i need a longer reach and this is the lens that i originally planned to buy. and i'm all set for this lens........

just bought the sigma 18-200 OS hsm..... whew .... kuntento na kuntento ako....

just bought the sigma 18-200 OS hsm..... whew .... kuntento na kuntento ako....

Congrats. Sample pics naman.:D

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3612/3441091347_1ef01f25a6_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3660/3441908804_76008fa346_b.jpg

purchased the OS for my d60 few days ago... before holy week at hidalgo. i was really eyeing for the 18-200vr. since my aim is to get a walk around lens, got the sigma and was able to save some for an SB600 for my 60mm micro. as for the sigma 18-200, i must say this is a nice lens. sharp but the bokeh isn't that good.. but since i have my 50mm 1.8 with me, ok na yun. overall, bang for the buck siya! im pretty happy with my choice.

Got mine last weekend.

One question though: I came from using a Nikon 18-55mm VR kit lens, and the Sigma 18-200's zoom ring feels a little tight to me, especially between 50mm to 135mm range. Is this a problem, or is it just me?

where & how much did you pay for it sir? i was looking for a walk around lens & i think an 18-200 would do, i know Nikkor has one but a colleague of mine told me that the Sigma is cheaper, this is the "OS" version right? like the "VR" of Nikkor, Nikkor 18-200 is sold at 31K - 43K, much appreciated! :)Got mine last weekend.

One question though: I came from using a Nikon 18-55mm VR kit lens, and the Sigma 18-200's zoom ring feels a little tight to me, especially between 50mm to 135mm range. Is this a problem, or is it just me?

where & how much did you pay for it sir? i was looking for a walk around lens & i think an 18-200 would do, i know Nikkor has one but a colleague of mine told me that the Sigma is cheaper, this is the "OS" version right? like the "VR" of Nikkor, Nikkor 18-200 is sold at 31K - 43K, much appreciated! :)


hey jasper, you can get those sa JT photoworld, they cost around P22k.
im planning to get one as well but maybe i'll have the 18-125 OS for P17.5k, planning pa lang naman. :D

hey there aleksys! i also posted this question in the Nocs thread.. we have the same thing in mind.. hehehehe :Grin:hey jasper, you can get those sa JT photoworld, they cost around P22k.
im planning to get one as well but maybe i'll have the 18-125 OS for P17.5k, planning pa lang naman. :D

hey there aleksys! i also posted this question in the Nocs thread.. we have the same thing in mind.. hehehehe :Grin:

im looking for a walkaround lens too, or maybe a "general" lens wherein i can buy some filters for it.. but im really eyeing those UWAS's like tokina 11-16 f2.8

hey jasper, you can get those sa JT photoworld, they cost around P22k.
im planning to get one as well but maybe i'll have the 18-125 OS for P17.5k, planning pa lang naman. :D


22k in JT photoworld?? i might get one this october... hehe..!!

Got mine last weekend.

One question though: I came from using a Nikon 18-55mm VR kit lens, and the Sigma 18-200's zoom ring feels a little tight to me, especially between 50mm to 135mm range. Is this a problem, or is it just me?


that's normal since the lens is still a "virgin" and probably it will not creep but after how many months of use it will already start to creep and zooming will be smooth...

sample strobist shot...

sb800 shot thru at 1/4 power cam left

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3458/3874941194_e44bd2d750.jpg

that's normal since the lens is still a "virgin" and probably it will not creep but after how many months of use it will already start to creep and zooming will be smooth...

ok thanks for the reply sir.

@ Jasper
JT is a good shop of choice, they priced the 18-200mm DC OS HSM at P22k. However when I checked a few weeks ago, it was out of stock in the Makati branch. I got mine from Mang Ramon, priced at P19.5k + P500 for a UV filter.

thanks man! mang ramon really gives nice prices, hope he's in a good mood though :Grin:ok thanks for the reply sir.

@ Jasper
JT is a good shop of choice, they priced the 18-200mm DC OS HSM at P22k. However when I checked a few weeks ago, it was out of stock in the Makati branch. I got mine from Mang Ramon, priced at P19.5k + P500 for a UV filter.

planning to buy this lens... any contender for this lens at its price range?

up for this topic, does the 18-200mm takes sharp images?

up for this topic, does the 18-200mm takes sharp images?

yes it does as long as you use f8 - f10, but my sig 70-200 is sharper even at 2.8

hi everyone..i have a sigma 70-300 dg macro, and i recently bought a sigma 18-200 dc os hsm..i noticed that the focal range from 135-200 on my 18-200 does not make that much of a difference..i mean, it doesnt zoom as far as i've expected..comparing the two, my 70-300's zoom from 135-200 is much farther than my 18-200..has anyone experienced this? thanks for your replies.. :)

Hi guys! Got the Sigma 18-200mm DC OS and paired it with my canon 350d. So fsr so good. Just 1 day old so haven't road tested it yet. I initially got a Canon 55-250mm IS to supplement my kit lens 18-55mm (no IS) but found that i constantly miss out on the wide angle opportunity shots so gave this up and got the sigma instead. Got it for Php 18500 at Jep's gadgets at Robinsons Pioneer. They've got nice people there. Super helpful and no hassle. Proprietor Weng and delivery gal Laura are the best to deal with. Check their sulit store.

This will be my walk around baby.

hi guys! im looking for an all around lens and i'm deciding between this sigma 18 200 or the tamron 18 200..i've read on some reviews that sigma's built is better but i've seen some second hand sigma and i've noticed that their focus ring tends to show discoloration (namumuti) after some time. are you guys having the same issue? thanks!

OT:

Sir san po service center ng Sigma?

Thanks..:)

OT:

Sir san po service center ng Sigma?

Thanks..:)

JTphoto is the official distributor and service center of sigma products..they have 3 branches (i guess)..there is one in Pasong Tamo in Makati..near Kalayaan..i think that is their main branch..

JTphoto is the official distributor and service center of sigma products..they have 3 branches (i guess)..there is one in Pasong Tamo in Makati..near Kalayaan..i think that is their main branch..

Thanks sir. :)

sir do you have any price updates in JTphoto for this lens?

bought at mayer @ 16.5k pesos

Hi guys, just got my sigma 18-200 OS HSM today :)
sample shot here :

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2331/5747751522_6eca862972_z.jpg (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2331/5747751522_6eca862972_z.jpg)

@EdmarFerrer - SIR, where have you purchased your lens and how much?

@EdmarFerrer - SIR, where have you purchased your lens and how much?

Hi,

Actually i am here in riyadh right now. Bought it for 1400 SAR ( roughly 16k pesos)...

I need some help from other users here :), whats their setting for indoor and outdoor :Grin:

Coming from 50mm f1.8 , naninibago ako :), mas yummy pa rin ang prime :)

is the Sigma 18-200 good if paired with Nikon? I am planning to get one for my D3100.

any price update guys? and where can we buy?

is the Sigma 18-200 good if paired with Nikon? I am planning to get one for my D3100.


ui fafa bert, kaw pala yan, ehheh

are you planning to buy this one also?

i'm a newbie here in DPP... i have a 550D with the typical 18-55mm IS lens... i am undecided what lens to buy. Kahapon nakita ko nga 'tong sigma 18-200mm dc os with price QAR1229 (~14k pesos)...

question po: Is this worth to buy next to 18-55mm lens for everyday use and hobby? tia..

Has anyone heard about an HSM version for Canon (1st gen lens) ? Thanks